Thurston County, WA Property Records
Property records in Thurston, Washington provide important details about real estate, including parcel ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, property boundaries, sales history, tax information, and recorded documents such as deeds or easements. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing property taxes, or evaluating land and building information.
Official Thurston property records are maintained by county government offices, including the Assessor, Auditor, and Treasurer, depending on the type of record needed. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the county’s official online tools, including the Thurston County Assessor’s property records search. For recorded documents or tax payment details, users may also consult the appropriate Thurston County department.
Thurston County, WA Property Records & Statistics
Thurston County has a median rent of $1,430.50, well above the Washington median of $1,019 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $384,450, higher than the state's $318,300 and more than double the national $173,750. As home to the state capital of Olympia, the county has a housing market priced noticeably above average.
The median property tax rate is 0.91%, above the state rate of 0.77% and the national rate of 0.74%. With elevated home values, owners can expect relatively high annual tax bills. Renter-occupied housing makes up 30.38% of occupied homes, compared with 25.55% statewide and 21.81% nationally, pointing to a larger-than-average rental market.
Median household income is $88,308.50, well above $68,789 in Washington and $65,108 nationally, which helps balance higher housing costs. The unemployment rate of 3.42% is somewhat higher than the state's 3.02% and the national 2.87%, so employment conditions are a little weaker than average.
Overall, the figures show a higher-cost county with strong incomes, above-average taxes, a sizable renter population, and unemployment slightly above state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Thurston
Thurston County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 124,162 total parcels, including 102,367 residential and 3,808 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 96.92% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 350,925 deeds and 334,619 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 86,070 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 124,162 |
| Residential Parcels | 102,367 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,808 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.92% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 350,925 |
| Mortgage Records | 334,619 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 86,070 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 45,596 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records document what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a loan was transferred between lenders or holders, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Thurston County has 414,362 assignment and release records, including 41,999 assignment documents and 371,799 release documents, plus 564 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 4, 2025, and releases from July 1, 2001, through September 4, 2025.
These records help property researchers see who holds a mortgage and whether earlier loans were satisfied. Buyers, owners, and title researchers can use them to confirm that liens were released, follow a loan between lenders, and find mortgages that may remain open before a sale or refinance. The date ranges also let you focus on a specific period in a property's history.
How to Search Thurston County, WA Property Records
Thurston County property records are kept by several county offices in Olympia. The Auditor's Office records deeds, mortgages, and other documents, while the Assessor and Treasurer handle valuations and taxes for the county's 124,162 parcels. Together they hold ownership, assessed values, tax details, and recorded transactions.
For recorded documents, the Thurston County Auditor's recording services page explains recording and copies. To search deeds, mortgages, and other filings online, use the Thurston County recorded documents search. The Auditor's Office is at 3000 Pacific Avenue, Olympia, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call 360-786-5224 for help.
For assessments and tax statements, see the Thurston County Assessor, which maintains property values, and the Thurston County Treasurer for tax billing and payment.
Before searching, collect the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Enter the most complete information you have, review the results, and open the matching record. If you can't find a document online, contact the office that maintains it.
Thurston Registrar of Deeds
The Thurston County Probate Office is located at 3000 Pacific Avenue, Olympia, WA, 98501 and can be reached at 360-786-5224. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through eagleweb.co.thurston.wa.us or the official website thurstoncountywa.gov.
Thurston County Auditor's Office
Thurston County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Thurston County property records by address?
Use the Thurston County Assessor to look up parcel information by street address. For recorded documents tied to the property, use the recorded documents search. If an address doesn't match, try a shorter version or call the Auditor's Office at 360-786-5224.
How can I find property owners in Thurston County?
Owner names appear in assessment records and on recorded deeds. Use the Thurston County recorded documents search to find the deed that transferred ownership, which names the grantor and grantee. The Auditor's Office at 3000 Pacific Avenue, Olympia, can also help in person on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Thurston County?
The Thurston County Assessor determines assessed values. The county's records show the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 21, 2025. Look up the parcel by address or parcel number to see its value, and contact the Assessor's Office with questions about a valuation.
Where can I find Thurston County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax statements and payments are handled by the Thurston County Treasurer. Records reflect tax year 2025. Search by parcel number or address to view a statement, and contact the Treasurer if you need payment history or help with a bill.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Thurston County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Thurston County Auditor. Search them through the recorded documents search, or see the Auditor's recording services page. Deed records go back to January 1, 1989.
Where can I access Thurston County parcel maps and GIS information?
Thurston County provides parcel maps and GIS data through its GeoData Center, covering the county's 124,162 parcels. The maps show parcel boundaries and are useful for reference, but they are not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Thurston County?
For unincorporated areas, permits and zoning are handled by Thurston County's community planning and development staff, listed on the county website. For properties inside Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, or another city, check with that city for its own permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Thurston County?
The county's online tools are designed for single-property lookups. Owner details come from Assessor records and from deeds in the recorded documents search. For a larger list or bulk records, call the Auditor's Office at 360-786-5224 to ask what is available.